The event, organized by the Abu Dhabi Heritage Authority and Abu Dhabi Sports Club, includes various traditional marine and beach competitions, as well as recreational, educational, and folk games. The Police Directorate of the Al-Dhafra region emphasized the importance of the festival as a means of celebrating marine heritage, preserving national identity, and promoting strategies for preserving emirate heritage. Special attention is dedicated to engaging the local community and tourists with customs and traditions related to the sea.
The "Gulf" newspaper reported that the Abu Dhabi police and civil defense are participating in ensuring safety at the 16th Marine Festival in Al-Dhafra, which will run until February 23 on the shores of Mugheir in the Al-Dhafra region of Abu Dhabi.
